I approached this film with some preconceived notions, having already watched HBO’s *Tuskegee Airmen*, which was exceptionally well-done—the acting was superb, and the storyline really grabbed you. Because of that prior experience, I'm aware this review might be a bit slanted. When put next to the earlier HBO film, *Red Tails* only manages to have slightly better special effects. Otherwise, it falls short: the …

I must admit, I felt let down by this film. It turned out to be surprisingly average and very much like a typical Hollywood production. The best aspects are undoubtedly the aerial sequences and the visual effects; they're entertaining and executed adequately. However, those elements essentially comprise the movie’s few redeeming qualities. A considerable portion of it doesn't feel grounded in reality. For examp…